I wanted to prove that Big B is not old: Puri Interview

Mumbai: Tollywood director Puri Jagannath, who is returning to Hindi films after seven years with "Bbuddah...Hoga Tera Baap" in which Bollywood megastar Amitabh Bachchan plays a bold and flamboyant role, says he made the movie to tell the people that the 68-year-old actor is still young.

"I'm a big fan of Amitabh Bachchan since childhood and I used to watch all his movies. But then came a time, when he started doing films that I didn't like him in," Jagannath told IANS in an interview.

"After 'Mard' I didn't see his films till he did 'Sarkar' and that was perfect for him," he said.

"I wanted to make a film just for him and make it in a way that I can tell people that he is not old. He still has that fire, he still has that charisma. Hence was born the idea of this film," he added.

In "Bbuddah...Hoga Tera Baap", Bachchan is seen as an angry man who wears bright, bold, over-the-top clothes and hates it when someone calls him old. The films also stars Hema Malini, Raveena Tandon, Sonu Sood and Sonal Chauhan and is slated for release Friday.

The 44-year-old director, who had a grim beginning at the Bollywood box office in 2004 when he made "Shart", is confident about success this time and believes that people will like Big B in the new image.

"I have been confident about this character from the very beginning. Bachchan is very good with every emotion, whether its's drama or comedy, and he is truly an entertainer. So I'm sure people will like him in this image as well," Jagannath said.

The Telugu director, who has made successful films like "Badri", "Pokiri", "Chiruta" and "Neninthe", among others, said working with Bachchan was one of the best experiences he has ever had.

"It was a wonderful experience working with Bachchan. He is a very cool and calm person and very co-operative. I learnt a lot from him," he said.

"Sometimes he even used to give his opinion. He is very committed and focused. He will practice the scene at home, will tell me how he will do it and if I make some last-minute changes, he would incorporate them," he said.

"He used to always be fully prepared. I thoroughly enjoyed working with him," he added.

After "Bbuddah... Hoga Tera Baap", Jagannath is looking at making a stronger presence in Bollywood and planning to start working on three Hindi films next year.

"I want to do more Hindi films now. I have three scripts. I want to start working on them next year. However, the cast and other things are not confirmed as of now," he revealed. (IANS)

(Ruchika Kher can be contacted at ruchikakher@gmail.com)

Why Chiru Not Taking Brothers' Names?

Though Chiranjeevi is a man of film charisma, the observers have tagged him as a poor communicator and lacks tact in his words. The reason for this discussion is the recent set of statements that Chiru gave regarding his dream of becoming a CM and quitting films permanently.

Apparently, Chiru said “I have given all my film related stuff to Ramcharan. I am into public service only.” Those who heard this say “If he had said my brothers, my brother-in-law then it would have been fine. But this has become a comedy. Why he is not taking his brothers’ names? Is he giving more thoughts to media about his friction with them?”

They added “Many times, diplomatic statements are given in front of the media to maintain cover and things are settled internally. But Chiru went ahead with his own style and has given feelers to media circles.” Let us see what will come next from the mega camp.

మణిరత్నం డైరెక్షన్‌లో శ్రీదేవి కూతురు జాహ్నవి..?!!

పీకల్లోతు ఆర్థిక ఇబ్బందుల్లో పడి కొట్టుమిట్టాడుతున్నారంటూ వచ్చిన వార్తల్లో నిజం సంగతి ఎలా ఉన్నా అతిలోకసుందరి శ్రీదేవి తన పెద్ద కుమార్తె జాహ్నవిని హీరోయిన్‌గా పరిచయం చేసేందుకు రంగం సిద్ధం చేసుకున్నారు. నెం.1 డైరెక్టర్ మణిరత్నం దర్శకత్వంలో తన కుమార్తెను పరిచయం చేస్తే ఇక తిరుగే ఉండదన్న ఆలోచనతో ఆయనను సంప్రదించినట్లు సమాచారం. 

మణిరత్నం కూడా నటుడు కార్తీక్ కుమారుడు గౌతమ్‌తో ఓ బ్యూటిఫుల్ లవ్‌స్టోరీ చేయాలని ప్లాన్ చేస్తున్నాడట. అతడి సరసన హీరోయిన్‌కోసం వెతికే పనిలో ఉన్నాడట. ఇంతలో తన కుమార్తె హీరోయిన్‌గా చేస్తుందని శ్రీదేవి చెప్పడంతో, కాగల కార్యం గంధర్వులే తీర్చారన్నట్లు మణిరత్నం ఓకే చెప్పేశాడట. 

తెలుగు, తమిళ భాషల్లో ఏకకాలంలో రూపుదిద్దుకోనున్న ఈ చిత్రం త్వరలో సెట్స్‌పైకి వెళుతుందని సమాచారం. మరి జాహ్నవి ఎటువంటి రికార్డులు సృష్టిస్తుందో చూడాలి.

I will not act in films: Megastar

Chiranjeevi is the Megastar of Tollywood. He has acted more than 150 films in languages like Telugu, Tamil and Hindi. After being a Successful Actor, he wanted to join Politics and started the Praja Rajyam Party in the year 2008. In 2009 Elections, he won 18 MLA seats. On 6th February 2011, he merged his Party with the Congress. Chiranjeevi participated in a Private Television Channel Program and spoke with the Media and revealed some shocking news. He said the following things that, “Every now and then, my Fans request me to act in films again. Hereafter, I will not act in films. There would be no changes in my decision. I like to become the Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh. The Andhra Public wants to me to see as the real CM. I will put in my efforts towards reaching that goal. My Son Ram Charan Teja is acting in a nice manner. Fans say that, he acts better than me. I hope that, he will fulfill the expectations of the audiences”.

Priyamani acts in dual roles

National Award Winner priyamani is one of the hottest Actresses in South Indian Cinema. She is sad, as she does not have any offers in Kollywood now. But, she is busy with 3 films in Tollywood and 2 films in Sandalwood. priyamani is acting in dual roles in a Telugu film named “Kshetram”. Regarding this, she said that, “It is a film, which has the Story like that of the movie “Arundathi”. According to the Story, I am appearing as a Village girl in the previous birth and as a Modern girl in the current birth. This is a Heroine based subject. I expect this movie to be a turning point in my Career. Jagapathi Babu is the Hero and Shaam is acting in a very important role. Apart from this, I am acting in a new Kannada movie named “Ko Ko””.

Heroine Charmi is all excited..!

She entertained the south movie goers with her sizzling and scintillating performances in Tamil and Telugu. Charmee, the charm of south is all set to make her Bollywood debut now. The pretty actress is double excited that besides debuting in Hindi, the star is all happy about her first Bollywood film is with none other than the big B. Charmee plays a vital role along with Amitabh Bachchan in the flick ‘Bbuddah…Hoga Terra Baap’. The actress is in all praise for Bachchan for his sincerity and the love for cinema. “I do a college girl role sharing screen space with him as a friend of his character”, smiles the actress. “He respects his co stars. He sees that the actors sharing screen space with him is comfortable and convinced with acting and the scenes. He is truly a legend”, brightens the excited actress. It looks the actress is in her happiest days in her film career, as she says in her own words, “It is my second entry into films!”

"I was angry" says Hot Beauty

Sizzling beauty Katrina Kaif has done few daredevil stunts for her upcoming film 'Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara'. The role she played in the film demanded the actress to do both dirt biking and deep sea diving, which were so stressful. "Both, dirt biking and deep sea diving were more traumatic than I had initially anticipated. I had the basic understanding of smaller bikes, but I had to practice with a bigger and heavier one for the movie. I refused to understand that you've to let the bike fall, as I was being stubborn and trying to prevent it from going down. So I got hurt once or twice. As for diving, I had learnt it in a pool, but had to shoot the scenes in seas with choppy waters. It was so stressful that at the end of the four-day shoot in the waters, I had lost three and half kilos," said Katrina. Katrina had close encounters with the sharks while shooting in the sea. "Well, I was told about the sharks later, after we had finished the shoot. I was angry at not being informed earlier, but I was explained that the knowledge could have caused me to panic and hamper my performance. Of course, if I had known about the sharks, I wouldn't have ventured into the waters. About a month later, I heard the place was shut due to sharks," said the actress. Hope Katrina's hard work will pay off!

Hero sold his house for Rs 7.5 crore

Rajinikanth's son-in-law and Tamil star Dhanush is on a house hunt now. The actor took some time from his busy schedule to fulfill his dream of having a house of his own in Adyar. For the past few months, Dhanush has been pre-occupied with Rajini's health. As the Superstar has recovered now, Dhanush could finally spend some time pursuing his dream. Though he had a flat in Mylapore, he wanted to buy a house of his own, so he sold his flat and began hunting for new one. "Buying a house is a very common desire for every human being and my son had this plan for a long time. Because of a very tight schedule he couldn't accomplish it and to add to that Rajini's health was also not ok, so he had to postpone the plan. Recently he sold his house for Rs 7.5 crore, planning to add some more money and buy the house of his dreams in Adyar. Dhanush used to always tell us that he wanted to buy a house in Adyar and we are happy his dream has come true!," said Dhanush's father.

Sexy Babe ditches Superstar

Bollywood latest sensation Sonakshi Sinha opted out of Kamal Hassan's bilingual film 'Vishwaroopam', citing dates problem. She was to play Kamal's wife in the film. Sonakshi's decision to opt out comes as a surprise since the actress was very enthusiastic when she initially signed the film. But, her excitement didn't last for longer. As the film failed to go on floors as per schedule, due to the creative differences between Kamal and director Selvaraghavan. Selvaraghavan walked out of the project in the last miniute. After that, Kamal decided to direct the film by himself, which delayed the shoot further. Sonakshi has no other option but to opt out of the film, due to her prior commitment. The actress was even upset with the fact that she has lost the opportunity to share screen space with legendary Kamal Hassan. Kamal too was very particular about casting Sonakshi opposite him, after watching her performance in 'Dabangg'. But, all his plans have been washed out with Sonakshi's exit. Now, he is in search for Sonakshi's replacement!

Strict Instructions Between Chiru And Ramcharan

The father-son duo of Chiranjeevi and Ramcharan has their own brand value and presence in the cine circuit but with Chiru announcing his retirement from films and projecting Cherry as the torchbearer, those who are following both individuals have come up with a piece of information.

It is heard that both Chiru and Charan have given strict instructions to each other. The rule is, Chiru should no longer talk about films and Ramcharan should no longer talk about politics. Whether they discussed it or not, those who heard about this are saying it is better for both.

A close relative of the family revealed “Both Chiru and Charan can take care of things on their own, but now that Chiranjeevi has given a statement on record, he should stick to politics and not refrain from his decision or else his credibility will be at stake. As for Charan, he should stick to films only and not mention about politics. His responsibility has become double.”

Junior NTR's Goal Is 2019

In sharp contrast to Chiranjeevi’s public display of chief ministerial ambition, Junior NTR is silently working towards his goal of taking over the reins of Telugu Desam Party from his uncle N Chandrababu Naidu.

Slowly but surely, Junior NTR wants to achieve his goal by 2019.

Without making it very obvious, he has been discreetly making the moves to create a situation where pressure will mount from the cadre for a change of guard. A perception is being created in the party that somebody from NTR’s family should take over the party to arrest its slide.

According to sources, Junior NTR, who has earned a good reputation for his oratory skills and mass appeal, has been confiding in his close friends that he would enter active politics after a couple of years. At present, he is focusing on his film career.

Junior NTR is of the view that 2014 may still not be favourable to TDP but in the years ahead there is a bright prospect for the party’s revival. He also does not foresee any competition from Naidu’s industrialist-son Nara Lokesh for taking control of the party.

Already, there are indications of a simmering succession battle in the first family of the regional party. The rift came out in the open during the recent “Mahanadu” when Junior NTR’s father and party MP N Harikrishna walked out of the meeting in a huff, peeved over the importance being given to Lokesh.

Samantha In Bathroom Dress

Samantha, the hot sensation from South who shot to fame with 'Ye Maya Chesave' has become the most wanted heroine. Freshly she poses this way closing her eyes romantically and kneading her hair. The soft thighs exposed to camera lens are surely a source for adrenaline boosting among men. See and enjoy folks.

'180' Producers To Sue Siddarth

How much ever one may promote, few films just don’t work. But few other films have the facility to get promoted. One such film is ‘180’. But due to the headstrong nature of Siddarth, the producers are not having that chance.

Siddarth who feels like a big superstar came up with few nasty comments on the electronic media and due to that, the media houses are not cooperating in any aspect for the film. It is heard that the producers are requesting Siddarth to apologize but their request has fallen on deaf ears.

Now, the buzz is that the producers are thinking about demanding back the remuneration they gave to Siddarth and if he doesn’t agree, they might file a complaint on Siddarth at the film chamber citing compensation for the losses.

Why is Ram Charan Teja jealous of Abhishek?

Rama Charan Teja is disappointed that his father and Telugu superstar Chiranjeevi has shelved his plan to return to films.

The actor said he was jealous of Bollywood star Abhishek Bachchan. 

"I dreamt of doing a song like Kajra Re with dad . I really envy Abhishek Bachchan to have acted with his dad in so many movies." Ram Charan Teja wrote on Twitter.

The actor-turned-politician was supposed to make a comeback in a film which was to be produced by Teja. Chiranjeevi had announced in December 2010 that he would don the grease paint once again for his 150th film.  But that project did not take off because of political developments in the state as well as his Praja Rajyam Party's merger with the Congress.

RR Movie Makers- A Dream Banner For Full Money

If commitments, especially financial, are fulfilled on time, then there is no doubt that the organization or the industry will prosper quickly. This seems to be the sutra followed by the noted banner R R Movie Makers and today they have become the favoured destination for many cine folks.

A noted cine member who has associated with the banner revealed “There are no problems in payments. Without any negotiations payments are made. For formality sake, they will do some bargaining but then they are flexible and give full justification to one’s talent. Working with this banner is always an enriching experience.”

Meanwhile, there is a talk that R R Movie Makers is making an international film with S V Krishna Reddy as the director with a whopping budget of Rs 150 crores. However, many are doubtful on this news.

They say “R R Movies has that capacity to invest but SVK….does he have that capacity to direct such a big budget film? The film is titled ‘Divorce Invitation’. This looks like the English version of the Telugu film ‘Aahvaanam’. As such, Atchi Reddy has close links with the banner and SVK is close to Atchi Reddy so anything can happen. This is cinema field and it is full of wonders all the time.”

Fate Of Tollywood July 1st

July 1st is going to be a crucial day for Tollywood. Well, it is not a doomsday but then many are waiting to see the fate of films that are hitting the screens on this day for various reasons. Notable among the films are ‘Bbuddah Hoga Tera Baap’ and ‘Virodhi’ which seem to have a keen contest.

On the Mumbai front, there is ‘Bbuddah…Hoga Tera Baap’ which has created enough expectations. But since this is Puri Jagannadh’s directorial venture having the likes of Charmee, Subbaraju, many Tollywood audiences are keen to watch it. So, will they vote for this Bollywood venture, remains to be seen.

While the ‘Bbuddah…’ wave is on, another film which is making news is ‘Delhi Belly’ and this is the production venture of superstar Aamir Khan. The film is slated to be rather bold.

On the Hyderabad front, there is ‘Virodhi’ and ‘Brahmigadi Katha’. While doubts are already flashing for the latter, ‘Virodhi’ is a hot favourite as the trailers are impressive. Expectations are high due to director Neelakantha’s taking, the subject he chose for the film etc. Well…the fate will be out in another 24 hours.

పోలీసుల అదుపులో కళ్యాణ్

మద్దెలచెర్వు సూరి హత్య కేసును దర్యాప్తు చేస్తున్న సీఐడీ అధికారులు మరో ముందడుగు వేశారు. దీనికి అనుబంధంగా నమోదైన మూడు కేసుల్లో నిందితుడిగా ఉన్న సినీ నిర్మాత సి.కళ్యాణ్‌ను బుధవారం రాత్రి చెన్నైలో అదుపులోకి తీసుకున్నారు. ఇవే కేసుల్లో నిందితుడిగా ఉన్న శింగనమల రమేష్‌ను గత శుక్రవారం చెన్నైలోనే అదుపులోకి తీసుకున్న విషయం విదితమే. రమేష్ అరెస్టు తరువాత అజ్ఞాతంలోకి వెళ్లిపోయిన కళ్యాణ్ చెన్నైలోనే ఉన్నట్లు సీఐడీ అధికారులు గుర్తించారు. ఆయన కదలికలపై అక్కడి క్యూ బ్రాంచ్ పోలీసులకు సమాచారమివ్వటంతో వారు వలపన్ని పట్టుకున్నారు. కళ్యాణ్‌ను సీఐడీ అధికారులు శుక్రవారం హైదరాబాద్‌కు తరలించి షాలిమార్ వీడియోస్ అధినేత అషఫ్ ్రఫిర్యాదుదారుగా ఉన్న కేసులో అరెస్టు చూపే అవకాశమున్నట్టు సమాచారం. మరో వైపు సూరి హత్య కేసులో ప్రధాన నిందితుడు భానుకిరణ్‌పైనా పోలీసులు దృష్టి పెట్టారు. భాను ఆచూకీ కనిపెట్టేందుకు ప్రయత్ని స్తున్నారు. 
ఆ రెండు కేసుల్లో నిందితుడు: పవన్‌కళ్యాణ్ కథానాయకుడుగా నటించిన ‘పులి’ చిత్రం వీడియో రైట్స్ కోసం తన నుంచి రూ. 65 లక్షలు తీసుకుని మోసం చేశారంటూ షాలిమార్ వీడియోస్ యజమాని అషఫ్ ్రఇచ్చిన ఫిర్యాదు మేరకు సి.కళ్యాణ్‌పై కేసు నమోదైంది. రైట్స్ ఇవ్వకపోగా.. డబ్బు తిరిగి ఇవ్వమంటే మద్దెలచెర్వు సూరి, భానుకిరణ్‌ల పేరు చెప్పి కళ్యాణ్ బెదిరించాడని అషఫ్ ్రఆరోపించారు. మరోపక్క అషఫ్ ్రకుమారుడైన అష్వాఖ్ ఫిర్యాదు మేరకు కళ్యాణ్‌పై మరో కేసు నమోదైంది. ఈయన యునెటైడ్ హోమ్ ఎంటర్‌టైన్‌మెంట్స్ పేరుతో ఓ సంస్థను నిర్వహిస్తున్నారు. 

గతేడాది రమేష్, కళ్యాణ్‌లు మహేష్‌బాబు హీరోగా ‘ఖలేజా’ చిత్రాన్ని నిర్మించారు. దీని వీడియో రైట్స్‌కోసం రూ. 50 లక్షలకు ఒప్పందం కుదుర్చుకుని రూ. 32.25 లక్షలు చెల్లించాడు. అయితే రైట్స్‌కు సంబంధించిన అగ్రిమెంట్ చేయమంటే మిగిలిన డబ్బు ఇమ్మంటూ కళ్యాణ్, సింగనమల మెలికపెట్టారు. దీంతో తన డబ్బు తిరిగి ఇవ్వమంటూ అష్వాఖ్ కోరగా... చిత్రం రిలీజయ్యాక కలవమన్నారు. ఆ ప్రకారం వెళ్లిన అష్వాఖ్‌కు నిరాశే ఎదురైంది. వారిపై పలుమార్లు ఒత్తిడి తేగా గతేడాది ఆగస్టులో జూబ్లీహిల్స్‌లోని సి.కళ్యాణ్ కార్యాలయం బాలాజీ ల్యాబ్‌కు పిలిపించి సూరి పేరు చెప్పి బెదిరించారు.

Trisha's heart beats for him

Hot beauty Trisha revealed that she had agreed to star in the Tamil film 'Mankatha', only because Ajith is playing the lead in the film. "I agreed to star in Mankatha despite being offered a small role is only because the film had Ajith playing the lead," said Trisha. The actress, who is a hardcore fan of Ajith's biriyani, says she always loved working with the star. "Working with Ajith is always a blast. I freaked out on his biriyanis. He is a wonderful cook and his wife Shalini is lucky to have him as her husband. I will surely miss him once shoot gets done," she said. Recently, the director of 'Mankatha' planned a lip-lock scene with Ajith and Trisha for the film. Trisha immediately agreed to do it, without charging a single penny extra. The reason for it is again the chance to share lip-lock with Ajith. Generally, Trisha demands extra remuneration for lip-locks and excessive skin show. Here, she gave an exception to Ajith. But, the actress was shocked when Ajith took a back step by saying he can’t do this particular scene as his film will be watched by his family and his daughter. Hope, Trisha's wish comes true in future.

Young Hero scared to reveal honeymoon plans

Young Hero Karthi, the most eligible bachelor in Kollywood, is all set to tie the knot on July 3, 2011. The dashing actor, who preferred an arrange marriage, said that he is happy to get married to Ranjani, a gold medallist in MA (English Literature) from leading Chennai college Stella Maris. While Karthi's brother Surya married his long-time girlfriend, actor Jyotika, the 'Awara' star has been clear that he'd only opt for a woman chosen by his parents. Karthi says life has changed post engagement. "Life has changed post my engagement. These days I am constantly on the phone. Ranjani and I speak for hours together. Our conversations are endless," says Karthi. Though, the actor made secret plans for a honeymoon and will be flying off to an exotic resort and spa abroad, he was tight-lipped about the location. "I won't tell you about the location. If the name of the place where I am off to for my honeymoon got published, then I would be surrounded by my fans. Past experience has taught me a lesson," says the acor. Karthi has already made plans to throw a grand party for his friends and film personalities in Chennai on July 7.

Will Chiru fulfill Ram Charan's dream?

Ram Charan couldn't digest the fact that his father and matinee idol Chiranjeevi has said goodbye to the acting career. The young hero says he has dreamt of shaking a leg with his dad, alike Abhishek-Amitabh's 'Kajra Re' song. "i dreamt of doin a song like kajra re wit dad .i really envy abhishek bachan to hav acted wit his dad in soo many movies," tweeted Ram Charan. It was not Ram Charan alone, but many people who admired Chiru all these years as a film star were upset with the statement he had made. Meanwhile, Chiru expressing his desire to become CM openly is drawing mixed response from the political circles. However, Chiru's coterie has defended it by saying their leader has made that comments taking future prospects into consideration. "Chiru was assured by Congress High Command that he would lead the Congress campaign in the 2014 elections," said a source close to the star politician. Hope Chiru reconsiders his decision of quitting films to fulfill his son's dream and also fulfills his very own dream to become CM.

"There is no ban on me" says Sexy Actress

Sexy babe Kajal Agarwal landed in all sorts of troubles with the media reports, which quoted the actress as saying 'she is not a South Indian actress'. The actress said that she has no idea from where all these rumours started and was upset on hearing that South Indian film fraternity wanted to ban her. "I will never be disrespectful to the Telugu and Tamil film industry. I have been brought up to respect my roots. And my roots are in Tollywood and Kollywood. So I'm really hurt and angry that someone has started this whole 'ban' issue without as much as bothering to speak to me,'' said Kajal. "I have not heard from any association nor have I heard from any one of consequence wanting to ban me because I guess everyone responsible and in a position of power knows the real truth. I have had super success in Magadheera, Maaveran, Mr.Perfect and with the grace of God, my career in the South is going upward. Why would I wish to give up something so good?," she adds. Kajal also made it clear that she would do Telugu, Tamil and Hindi films simultaneously and there is no question of choosing one over the other.

Tamil Devotees For Nithya Menon

The new sensation to strike Tollywood is Nithya Menon and with each passing day she has been expanding her fan base. Those who adore Nithya attribute their affection because of her cute face and charming looks. Now, it is heard that this Mallu Kutty has caused a stir among the Tamil Thambis as well.

Usually, Tamils are known to build temples if they like heroines and reports from Chennai say Nithya may well be on that list. Panneerselvam, who is setting up a fans association for Nithya in Chennai revealed “We are floored by Nithya’s looks. She is adorable and a good performer.”

Few others are saying “Though she has a good face, due to her height problem she may land up as a performer. With her dubbing and singing skills, she can get labelled as the new age Revathi.” Wonder what Nithya has to say to this…

What Is This 'Wonder Boy' Torture?

As it is, the Telugu audience is getting miffed with the kind of films which are coming from the big league and established houses. While they are hoping for a change, whatever little patience is left in them is being slammed by few other film makers who come up with head scratching projects.

One such project making talks in the film nagar area is ‘Vanakanya Wonder Boys’. The reason this project got attention is due to the presence of Aarthi Agarwal in the lead along with a obese boy as the hero. This is being directed by Siva Nagu while Jaladi Sivasankar Chowdary is the producer.

The film nagar folks are saying “What is this Wonder Boy torture? Already, we have seen enough torture from Aarthi through her recent films and by teaming up with a kid, she is giving another variety torture.” Few admirers of Aarthi are feeling sad for another reason. Since this film looks to be a children’s flick, the chances of seeing Aarthi’s glamour will be ruled out. That’s one more torture for them.

RGV's Satire Tweets On Chiranjeevi

Whenever a statement is given by the movie maker Ramgopal Varma two things happen- confusion or controversy. And the best place to see what turmoil is being created is the twitter profile of Ramu wherein he keeps throwing few random thoughts out of his several mind flashes.

This time, he seems to have set his focus on megastar Chiranjeevi. Well, the tweet reads- "Chiranjeevi is a phenomenon and the people of Andhra Pradesh are not and they proved that by not making him a chief minister. But I anyday want to see the people of AP queuing up for Chiranjeevi’s tickets rather than Chiranjeevi queuing up for the fuckers votes. I used the word fuckers becos any given day I luv Chiranjeevi much more than I luv the people of Andhra Pradesh"

Though the tweet looks curt, those who read between the lines say that Ramu is actually taking a dig at the megastar. Knowing Chiranjeevi’s current political position and the response he is getting from the crowds, many are saying that such tweets from Ramu could only be satires and not super compliments.

No Star Value... No Market Value

A new trend has taken over the circuit of distributors, exhibitors and even the satellite channels. They are keen on going only for ‘star’ heroes and as a result, the market for the average or budding heroes has gone for a toss. Notable among the latter category are Srikanth, Uday Kiran, Tarun, Nani, Tanish, Sivaji, Krishnudu and others.

The word from the distributor circle is that without star power, it is difficult to get crowds to the theatres. As a result, if a B-grade hero is taken then extra money has to be spent to keep the film running in the theatres. Sources say that nearly 20 films on small budgets are already on the floors but getting them to the theatres is still doubtful, say trade analysts.

With buyers and channels giving preference only for top five stars it has become a tough game for the rest. Few of the senior cine folks such as producer Suresh Babu suggest that it is time for the Telugu audience to welcome new faces and new ideas along with the regular commercial flicks. As part of this, he is also planning to come up with film appreciation debates and encourage films with novel ideas.

If this doesn’t happen then there is no doubt in saying that the future of many heroes lies in the dark.